How do I decide between an induction, gas or ceramic hob for my kitchen?

Look at how you cook and what you value most. Induction heats very quickly and gives precise control, ideal if you want fast response and easy cleaning; it also powers features like flex zones for large pans. Gas gives instant visual flame control and works with any pan, so it’s great for stir fries and traditional cooking. Ceramic hobs offer a smooth black glass surface that’s easy to wipe and suits a sleek look if you don’t need the speed of induction or open flame of gas.

What hob width and number of cooking zones should I choose?

A 60cm hob is the most common choice and many models here are 60cm with four cooking zones, which suits most households. If you often cook for a crowd or use lots of pans, look at 75cm or 80cm models or five-zone hobs for extra capacity. For an island layout you might prefer wider options like 80–90cm or a venting induction hob that combines zone flexibility with an integrated extractor.

Which finish is more practical: black glass or stainless steel?

Black glass looks very modern and pairs well with induction or ceramic surfaces, but shows fingerprints and scratches more readily, so it needs gentle cleaning. Stainless steel is tougher around heavy pots and is forgiving of knocks and stains, which is why many gas hobs such as the Electrolux KGS6404X come in stainless finishes. If you want a streamlined, integrated look choose black glass; if heavy use and durability matter more, stainless steel will serve you better.

How do control types affect daily use—rotary dials, touch controls or sliders?

Rotary dials (the most common control here) are tactile, easy to use with wet or oily hands and good for straightforward cooking. Touch controls give a smooth, minimalist look and often include child locks and residual heat indicators for safety. Slider controls allow fine power adjustments and suit precise cooks; choose a control style that matches how you work at the hob and whether ease of cleaning or a seamless finish matters more to you.

What is a venting induction hob and who should consider one?

A venting induction hob integrates an extractor into the cooktop so steam and odours are drawn down and away from the pans, useful where an overhead hood would break a sightline, island kitchens. There are fewer models (about 11) and they sit at the premium end, such as the Bosch Series 4 80cm venting induction, so you get space-saving performance but at a higher price. If you want induction speed with neat visual lines and effective extraction in one appliance, a venting induction hob is a strong option.

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Indesit PAA 642 IX/I WE 1 60cm Gas Hob 4 Burner - Stainless Steel

Hotpoint TQ 1460S NE 60cm Induction Hob 4 Ring - Black

Prima PRGH106 60cm Gas Hob (Enamelled) - Stainless Steel

Prima PRGH108 60cm Gas Hob (Cast Iron) - Stainless Steel

AEG TO84IB00FB 80cm Induction Hob Black

AEG HK624010FB 60cm Ceramic Hob - Black

AEG TO64IA00FB 60cm Induction Hob Black

AEG HK614000CB 60cm Ceramic Hob - Black

AEG HK834060XB 80cm Ceramic Hob - Black

AEG HGB64420YM 60cm Gas Hob - Stainless Steel

AEG HGB64200SM 60cm Gas Hob - Stainless Steel

AEG HGB75420YM 75cm Gas Hob - Stainless Steel

Prima PRIH023 90cm Induction Hob Black

AEG HKB95450NB 90cm Gas on Glass Hob - Black

AEG HGB95522YM 90cm Gas Hob - Stainless Steel

Bosch Series 6 PCP6A5I90 60cm Gas Hob Stainless Steel

AEG TO64IB00FB 60cm Induction Hob Black

AEG TO84IA00FB 80cm Induction Hob Black

Bosch Series 4 PVS811B16E 80cm Venting Induction Hob - Black Glass

Bosch Series 4 PNP6B6K40 60cm Gas Hob Black

Bosch Series 4 PIE631BB5E 60cm Induction Hob - Black

Bosch Series 4 PUE611BB5B 60cm Induction Hob - Black

Bosch Series 4 PUE611BB5E 60cm Induction Hob - Black

Bosch Series 4 PWP611BB5B 60cm Induction Hob - Black Glass

Bosch Series 2 PUG61RAA5B 60cm Induction Hob - Black Glass

Bosch Series 6 PIV831HB1E 80cm Induction Hob - Black

Bosch Series 6 PIX631HC1E 60cm Induction Hob - Black

Bosch Series 6 PCQ7A5I90 60cm Gas Hob Stainless Steel

Bosch Series 2 PKE61RAA8B 60cm Electric Hob - Black

Prima PRIH022 78cm Induction Hob Black

Electrolux EHF6241FOK 60cm Ceramic Hob - Black

Electrolux EHF6140FOK 60cm Ceramic Hob - Black

Electrolux EHF6140ISK 60cm Ceramic Hob - Black

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